Gemotions

The mail carrier had arrived, and as she reached for her mail, a letter caught Maya's eye. Her name, written in familiar cursive, leapt out at her. The apology, from a former mentor who had belittled her, was a revelation. It was the first time in years she felt the weight on her chest start to ease.

She reread the words, finding herself breathing deeply. A shiver ran down her spine, a strange, electric sensation. She could feel the knots in her shoulders loosen. She felt like running in a field of flowers, forever.

She knew she would be alright now. She knew she could finally forgive.